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Saying the decision followed reflection and a belief in term limits, the supervisor — identified in the meeting record as Miss Pisani — told the board she would “not seek reelection in November” after 12 years of service representing the York District. She said she has supported small‑government principles and praised the county administrator and superintendent of schools for their management and leadership.

In the same remarks, she endorsed Shannon Hansen, described as “a generational resident of the York District,” and said Hansen would run to succeed her. “She embodies the principles and values that guided my service… she is a true conservative,” the supervisor said. The speaker said she planned to support Hansen’s campaign and provide resources to assist the candidacy.

Why it matters

Board members and residents frequently note that incumbent retirements, endorsements and succession planning affect local elections and the policy direction of county government. The supervisor framed the decision as a personal choice consistent with her stated belief in term limits and complimented her colleagues.

No formal board action was required or taken on the announcement.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Gloucester County Board of Supervisors Meeting, 4/1/25","oneSentenceSummary","During board remarks, a Gloucester County supervisor announced she will not seek reelection after 12 years and said she will support Shannon Hansen to succeed her in the York District.","taxTitle","Gloucester County, Virginia","taxId",30980,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6089877,"Consultant lays out financing options for proposed $17.5 million Gloucester Volunteer Fire station",2651,717000,3368000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871373-884e75a1779325023f7ebcf97b928426&start=717&end=3368","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871373-884e75a1779325023f7ebcf97b928426/thumbnail_717000.jpg","/articles/6089877/Gloucester-County/Virginia/Consultant-lays-out-financing-options-for-proposed-175-million-Gloucester-Volunteer-Fire-station","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6089877-5045bc9c27265e67b1a900d0e8a14eea/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180159&Signature=iojPiDjoAhFRXIZ2UwEYa0hAas1UvCW9g7oCg-37Tu61lCf9qZLqkDxM94cBpIY8lfVc5Stgj31IDdc170sWs8tUvMgpgEBhNEoiaizEc1KCyLH5S4Gaw3~7~2FyJQ4K6ok8L7M0ZTxbH3qJL8z1mR5CxXwvU5KhNekITgPkr1F02t4ubmnvm48-VsRq4kc7whqtfyJXsHsrwvOj6AsWHobYYjjK~n9eaQvKoBxx0~02waTefze52mq7Z2Z3TMMzzbYuQo17naLABJW-9UpsPqQx3HblMj2pWipfCI5VL1EGNbAQc8NsyNhqh6g4fb3vhTbC9xZwXNG8rkyQ2c1GqQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Gloucester County officials heard detailed financing options for a proposed Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad station estimated at $17.5 million.

Tad Cole of Davenport presented alternatives including direct bank loans, public bond issues underwritten to the municipal market, and state programs such as the Virginia Resources Authority (VRA). “This is really sort of to set the table… a project that's estimated at 17 and a half million dollars,” Cole said, and he explained tradeoffs among speed, term length, interest rates and prepayment provisions.

Nut graf — why it matters

The financing choice will affect the county’s annual debt service, its short‑term cash needs and the timing of construction. Cole told supervisors that bank loans can be faster and require less documentation but typically have shorter maximum terms (commonly 15–20 years), while public bond issues usually permit 25–30 year fixed‑rate terms and may offer lower interest rates but require ratings, continuing disclosure and longer lead times.

Key options and constraints

- Lease‑revenue financing (asset‑secured): The county can mortgage the facility and sell bonds secured by the property; that approach was the focus of the presentation.
- Direct bank loan: Faster (45–60 days), simpler documentation, fixed rate available quickly, but banks often limit terms to 15–20 years.
- Public bond market: More moving parts (ratings, disclosures, underwriters), typically lower interest rates and 25–30 year terms; time to market longer (75–90 days or more).
- Virginia Resources Authority: The state entity is a frequently used option, but staff said VRA policy would preclude participation until spring 2027 because the fire station previously appeared in a referendum that failed.

Cole presented sample scenarios that assumed a November sale, tax‑exempt status and delivered proceeds of about $17.5 million. He showed examples where delaying principal for one year reduced near‑term budget pressure at a modest increase in total interest cost. Using the public bond market under current assumptions produced an estimated annual debt‑service range roughly between $1.08 million and $1.34 million depending on term and structure.

Board questions and follow‑up

Supervisors asked about costs for bond ratings (Cole estimated roughly $20,000–$25,000 per rating agency; two ratings are common), the feasibility of refinancing into a VRA loan later, and how timing between awarding construction contracts and securing financing should be coordinated. Cole confirmed it is possible to structure early prepayment or refunding provisions if the county intends to refinance later, but the refunding window and prepayment restrictions must be set at issuance.

No formal action was required or taken on financing at the meeting; staff said they will return with recommended next steps when the board is ready to move forward.","A financial adviser presented lease‑revenue bonds, bank loans and public bond issuance scenarios for a $17.5 million fire station project, outlining timing, costs, tax impacts and the Virginia Resources Authority’s unavailability until spring 2027 due to an earlier failed referendum.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6089881,"Gloucester County board approves immediate water and sewer rate increases after public hearing",3286,5050000,8336000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2871373-884e75a1779325023f7ebcf97b928426&start=5050&end=8336","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2871373-884e75a1779325023f7ebcf97b928426/thumbnail_5050000.jpg","/articles/6089881/Gloucester-County/Virginia/Gloucester-County-board-approves-immediate-water-and-sewer-rate-increases-after-public-hearing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6089881-200da00ea78e120947aedd795853d9df/orig.mp4?Expires=1771180159&Signature=G3ixBB53XPEDnc3FpotKlgNuh2HN7~16LDNqK2zJGWAdOUoLyalkCfzx0utvAZ8nPHvk3-OvP3gie5Wja1d7bQdUhoJquH1iuR8qL3lv3k--zd3tctLpLJC4DTt2buhHTDgnKcDvH6DPptWSystypgwwwI-V7j7dxQzPKNOPsRAqxlauHiVniMPjOYFRp47ivesePahaMpmqxWXsgjkDtnSHUsd5lEwX0yk9Oz7STe88MFc1NSTsGW5sPsk0NvQANOZnMS5f75ryHkTkUG8poBqCXcWWREOywMSf2ZPo4A5xCbjDJtp13O9oKjDjBfljaDInTjprwSOHCnVIhJyG2A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Gloucester County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt an ordinance on March 2025 to raise water and sewer rates, beginning with a 14% increase per tier that staff said would take effect May 1, 2025.

The rate change passed after a public hearing and extended public comment in which staff, consultants and several residents outlined urgent capital and operating shortfalls in the county utility system. “The intent of these rate changes is to address all of the operational costs as well as the capital plan,” Utilities Director (presenter) said, adding that the department projects its reserve will be largely depleted by the end of fiscal 2025.

The vote follows a months-long review by county staff and consultants and public outreach. Miss Maria Callaway (presenting staff) summarized the proposed schedule and the expected monthly impacts: under the proposal, most residential customers would see increases in the single‑digits to mid‑teens dollars per month, and staff presented modeled subsequent increases for four more years (13%, 11%, 10%, then 8% annually) as part of a 5‑ to 10‑year plan to address roughly $30 million in priority capital needs over five years and an estimated $66 million of identified needs over 10 years.

Why the board acted at this meeting

Staff told the board the reserve that cushions the utilities fund was nearly exhausted and that the system requires immediate work on pump stations, force mains and aging pipe. Miss Callaway said the proposed increases were intended to cover next year’s operations and to begin restoring a reserve and borrowing capacity so the county can proceed with scheduled capital projects.

Public comment and responses

At the public hearing and during the comment period, several residents urged a different rate structure or broader funding sources. Nathan Brown (Wade District) argued for a larger fixed monthly charge and for spreading costs more evenly among users: “You’ve got to charge these people more… We should be doing the same thing” as nearby jurisdictions that use flat sewer charges, he said. Another frequent commenter, Kenny Hogg Sr., pressed the board to address long‑standing maintenance deficits and warned that the current increase is only “a drop in the bucket” compared with the system’s needs.

Multiple residents said they support fixing the system even if it requires higher customer charges. “I support the rate increase proposal for FY26, but I realize this is not even a drop in the bucket compared to what is actually needed by the utilities,” a speaker identified in the record said.

Board debate and vote

Supervisors discussed alternatives including using one‑time general‑fund transfers, setting aside fund balance, or phasing increases over additional years. Several supervisors said the county must balance the burden between utility customers and the broader tax base; others warned that delaying increases would push off needed work and risk larger failures.

At roll call, recorded votes in the public transcript showed multiple supervisors voting in favor and one recorded dissent. The motion passed and staff said the increases would be implemented on the May 1 billing cycle if the fiscal‑year budget process proceeds to authorize related borrowing and appropriation steps.

Votes at a glance

- Ordinance amending Chapter 19 (water and sewer rates): motion adopted after public hearing. Recorded board positions included several “yes” votes and at least one “no.” (See actions array for board roll details.)

What happens next

Staff said the first year’s increase is intended to stabilize operations; subsequent planned increases and potential bond borrowings would be considered in future budget cycles. Staff and the county’s financial adviser also told the board they plan to pursue a mix of borrowings and pay‑as‑you‑go work to start critical repairs.

Ending

Supervisors and staff said they will return during the FY‑26 budget process and in future meetings with more detailed cash‑flow and project schedules. Several residents asked the board to consider a broader funding mechanism so the entire county shares the costs of utilities that serve public institutions and businesses as well as private users.","After a public hearing and lengthy public comment, the Gloucester County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a multi-year water and sewer rate schedule that starts with a 14% increase effective May 1, 2025; board members and residents debated the size, fairness and timeline of additional increases and the county’s utility capital needs.","actionData","errors"]

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